Shuttle a vehicle to the end point. Once we all gather, we’ll begin hiking up Brohm Ridge to camp. You have the choice of an optional heli drop-off on the ridge, let us know at checkout if interested!
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The Garibaldi Neve Traverse route is a stunning multi-day trek for the summer that circles BC’s most iconic volcano, Mount Garibaldi (Nch'kaý) in the Sea-to-Sky area. With a professional guide and glacier travel kit included, you’ll hike from the mountain’s southern flanks past Opal Cone, across the vast Garibaldi Névé snowfield and its radiating glaciers, then descend scenic Brohm Ridge—an unforgettable journey through one of the Coast Mountains’ most impressive landscapes.
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We’ll traverse the gorgeous Garibaldi Neve from the Brohm Ridge camp to Elfin Lakes. That’s where we’ll spend our second and final night.
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For our final day, we’ll traverse the ridge from Elfin Lakes out to the waiting vehicle.
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Included:
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- ACMG Certified Guide with extensive knowledge of the area
- 3-day guided Neve Traverse, summer hiking tour
- Glacier travel equipment
Add-ons (available to add at checkout)
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- All meals during the trek
- 4×4 pick-up at the end of the trip
- Porter to carry your belongings
- Helicopter drop-off on the ridge — inquire if interested at checkout
Not included:
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- Transportation to trailhead at the start
- Transportation from the trailhead at the end (need a 4×4)
- Food and beverages
- Personal equipment
- Insurance — available to add at checkout
- Guide gratuities — optional
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This Garibaldi Neve traverse in the summer includes some glacier travel and easy scrambling—nothing too technical or intimidating. Your guide will walk you through how to use crampons and other gear safely. Expect days of around 6 hours on the move. While no climbing experience is needed, you should be comfortable with backcountry camping.
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Liability waivers are a standard part of all guided outdoor adventures. Recently, the requirements have become a bit more rigorous for ACMG guides—meaning that you’ll need to agree to the signing of the waiver at the time of booking.
Prior to booking, we ask you to review the waiver. During the checkout process, you’ll have to acknowledge the risks and agree to the signing of the waiver. You are required to bring a printed copy on the trip.
Please note that signing and agreeing to the terms of the waiver is required in order to join this adventure. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us prior to booking.
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Clothing
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- Wool and/or synthetic socks
- Synthetic or wool base layer, top & bottom
- Hiking pants
- Gore-Tex or similar outer jacket
- Warm puffy jacket
- Toque & brimmed cap
- Light gloves & insulated gloves
Personal equipment
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- Tent
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping mat
- Sturdy hiking or light mountaineering boots
- 50-70L pack
- Sunglasses
- Sun and lip cream
- Head lamp
Safety equipment (your guides can supply this equipment if you need it)
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- Harness and 2 locking carabiners
- Mountaineering axe
- Hiking poles
- Crampons
- Helmet
Food (or skip the hassle of bringing your food and let your guide deal with all the meals during the trek at an additional cost — you can add it to your booking at checkout)
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- 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
- Stove, fuel, and pot
- Bowl, cup, spoon/fork
- Water bottle and/or thermos (1-1.5L minimum)
- Personal snacks
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Group sizes and pricing
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- For this guided Neve traverse in the summer, it takes a minimum of 3 people for it to operate.
Guided Neve traverses in the summer can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
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- If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the summer Neve Traverse on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
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The starting point of your Garibaldi Neve traverse is Squamish/Sea-to-Sky area, BC. To get there, most people fly into Vancouver International Airport (YVR). From there, you can take a shuttle service or rent a car to reach Squamish—it will take you 1.5 to 2 hours.
Make sure to arrive in Squamish/Sea-to-Sky area at least a day prior to the hike.
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We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
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